Dermatitis

Overview

Dermatitis is a term used to describe skin inflammation. It commonly causes itchiness, redness and dryness of the skin. There are many types of dermatitis and the cause of the dermatitis determines the type of it.

Signs and Symptoms

Itchy skin, Redness, Rashes, Dry and cracked skin, Skin swelling, Scaling of the skin, Skin discolouration

Common Causes

Allergies, Asthma, Environmental factors, Skin irritants, Hormonal changes, Genetic factors, Underlying health conditions

Risk Factors

Age, Occupation, Environment, Hormonal changes, Family history of dermatitis, Underlying health conditions, Allergies, Asthma

Investigation Techniques

Physical examination, Skin patch test, Serum IgE, Skin biopsy

Treatment and Prevention

Antihistamine, Topical steroid cream, Light therapy, Moisturizing skin, Wear gloves when handling irritants, Avoid contact with substances which may irritate the skin